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18 Expert Tips for Effective and Secure Cloud Migration

Under the Shared Responsibility Model, migrating organizations need to ensure security in the cloud by taking adequate measures to protect their data. They also must carefully choose a cloud service provider that takes the protection of its infrastructure seriously.
To help organizations with these tasks, Tripwire spoke with 18 experts on how enterprises can secure their cloud environments. Their comments provide key guidance on best practices for effective and secure cloud migration.
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- Common security considerations to keep in mind when migrating to the cloud
- How cloud security compares to on-premises security
- Best security controls for protecting cloud-based data

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